Edwards County Criminal Records

Edwards County criminal records are held by the District Clerk and County Clerk in Rocksprings, the county seat of one of the most remote and sparsely populated counties in Texas. Rocksprings sits in the Texas Hill Country, and the courthouse there is where all criminal case files for the county are kept. The District Clerk handles felony cases under the 38th Judicial District. The County Clerk in Rocksprings holds misdemeanor records. Because the county has very few residents, the number of criminal filings each year is small. That said, records go back a long time and are available through both clerk offices. The Edwards County Sheriff's Office maintains arrest and booking records separately. For felony case searches or misdemeanor lookups, start with the clerks in Rocksprings.

Edwards County District Clerk

The District Clerk in Rocksprings holds all felony criminal case records for Edwards County. The 38th Judicial District Court hears felony charges including drug offenses, assault with serious bodily injury, burglary, and other serious felonies. Given the county's rural character and proximity to the border region, the court sees a range of criminal matters. The clerk holds case files from indictment through final sentencing.

In-person searches are available at the Edwards County Courthouse in Rocksprings. Staff search by name or case number. Certified copies carry a per-page fee and certification charge under Texas law.

The Edwards County official website at co.edwards.tx.us provides contact information for county offices. Use it to confirm current hours and procedures for requesting records in Rocksprings.

Edwards County felony records are searchable through the statewide re:SearchTX system. Document downloads cost 10 cents per page, capped at $6 per document.

Edwards County Clerk - Misdemeanor Records

The Edwards County Clerk holds misdemeanor criminal records for cases in the county court. Class A and Class B misdemeanors include DWI, simple assault, petty theft, and small-amount drug possession. You can reach the office at (830) 683-2235. Both offices are in the Rocksprings courthouse. Some records may appear in the statewide TOPICs system.

Edwards County Arrest Records

The Edwards County Sheriff's Office holds arrest and booking records for the county. Contact the Sheriff's Office at (830) 683-4104. Booking records include name, date of birth, charges at arrest, bond amount, and booking date. An arrest record reflects what was alleged at booking only. Check the District Clerk's case file for the final court outcome. Edwards County is largely rural, and the Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency in the county.

Texas DPS Criminal History - Edwards County

Edwards County criminal records feed into the Texas DPS Computerized Criminal History (CCH) system. The DPS public search at publicsite.dps.texas.gov costs $3 per search and returns convictions and deferred adjudications only. For county-level case details, the District Clerk in Rocksprings has more complete information. Check the Texas Sex Offender Registry for Edwards County residents by name or zip code.

Expunction and Nondisclosure in Edwards County

Texas law allows eligible people to have criminal records expunged or sealed. Expunction under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 removes and destroys records for qualifying cases. File the petition in the 38th District Court in Rocksprings for Edwards County arrests. Qualifying situations include acquittals, pardons, and some dismissals. If expunction is not available, an order of nondisclosure under Texas Government Code Section 411 may apply for cases ending in deferred adjudication. Serious felonies and sex offenses do not qualify. The District Clerk can explain applicable forms and fees.

Cities in Edwards County

Nearby Counties

These counties border Edwards County. Each has its own District Clerk and court system for criminal records.